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Page 7 May 2017 MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH WITH FAMILY PROMISE OF NEWROCK Grand Opera’s touring production of Porgy and Bess. Theresa has ome celebrate also had the opportunity Mother’s Day to be a debut soprano with Family soloist in Verdi’s Promise of NewRock Requiem at Carnegie on May 13, 2017. They Hall and at the Knoxville are hosting a Mother’s Symphony. From Day Brunch fundraiser. The brunch will be held working Off-Broadway, singing backup for New at Epiphany Lutheran Kids on the Block, and Church, located at performing on the world’s 2375 Georgia 20, SE most prestigious concert in Conyers from 11am and opera stages, Theresa to 2pm. The Mother’s has been blessed to fulfill Day event will include her love of singing in her entertainment, an diverse career. amazing brunch, and Although today her raffle items that include a cherished roles are wife 50/50 drawing. The Keynote Speaker and mother, she owns and Musical guest is local Bella Musica in Olde artist and business owner Town Conyers. Bella Musica’s mission is to Theresa Hamm-Smith. provide a stimulating Theresa is a Conyers and creative environment native and Heritage where students can High school graduate develop their talents and with strong roots in the find a deeper appreciation community. Theresa for all styles of music. has a decorated career and impressive string of Their supportive and nurturing environment vocal competition wins spanning throughout the encourages confidence and joy for making world. music. Her first professional Mrs. Georgia 2017, job was with Houston C Melanie Caceres, will also be a guest speaker during the brunch. Melanie has built her life around service. Starting with 12 years of active and reserve duty in the Air Force, she then taught at-risk teens for 8 years as a high school Spanish teacher in Gwinnett county. Now she is using her skills and resources in the construction industry to build two houses and renovate two shelters for homeless families across the state of Georgia. She feels she has been called for the purpose of serving and protecting children and families. Melanie Caceres is dedicated to using her talents and energy to promote and support Family Promise, and to work hard to make sure that all of our children have a home. Plan to attend the Mother’s Day Brunch on May 13, 2017. Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for students, and free to children under 6. To purchase tickets, visit Eventbrite.com or call 770-262-7816. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door, so purchase your tickets today. Family Promise of NewRock provides transitional housing, hospitality, and case management for families with children experiencing homelessness in Rockdale and Newton counties. For more information about Family Promise of NewRock, please visit familypromiseofnewrock. org. PET OF THE MONTH W alking Home Together would like to introduce Karma, a five month old lab mix. She is a sweet girl who is a bit shy at first, but warms up quickly. She would do well in a home with other dogs or as an only pet. Karma enjoys playing outside or sitting beside you watching television. One word that describes her is humble. All she wants is the affection of a forever family. She is spayed, microchipped, and up- to-date on all vaccines, including rabies. Her adoption fee is $200.00. If you are interested in meeting this sweet girl, email walkinghometogether@ gmail.com for an application. PUZZLES N’ STUFF CROSSWORD PUZZLE Easy Sudoku Puzzles by SudokuPrintout.com,Book 6 Copyright © freedailycrosswords.com Edited by Timothy Parker SUDOKU Fill the grid so that every row and every 3x3 square contains the digits Sudoku #1 1 to 9 3 1 6 7 9 5 2 9 6 3 1 4 6 7 2 Standard 3 9 www.SudokuPrintout.com WORD SEARCH Can you find the words below relating to Mother’s Day? For more Puzzles,visit www.SudokuPrintout.com Need help with the solutions? Visit www.emetrotimes.com